Casa Princessa

Casa Princessa is located in the tropical paradise of San Pancho, Nayarit, Mexico (30 miles north of Puerto Vallarta).

Our Philosophy is “All of us deserve to be happy in our recovery and in our lives.”

Our goal is to provide a safe container for;

• Personal Insight


• Guided Introspection


• Rededication to Recovery

Our Goals are lofty but our intensive program is designed to enhance and infuse your recovery plan with new life and energy.

You will experience a journey of uncovery, discovery, and recovery. The week is structured to include daily guided meditation to connect deeply with your higher power, three afternoon workshops that move from family of origin work using Dr. Paul Brenner’s “Family Triangles”, moving into stress and relapse prevention and on to a new plan of action in your recovery. There is also a focus on the part grief plays in your life.

You will also participate in two group therapy sessions during the week and still have enough free time to explore, go to meetings, and take advantage of the many optional activities available.

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The Retreat

The Center for Spiritual Development

Alcoholism affects us physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually. The development of the human spirit is a fundamental element of recovery and critical to a successful and fulfilling life. At The Retreat, we believe that on-going spiritual development is essential to long term sobriety and contentment. The Retreat's Center for Spiritual Development offers retreats as well as individual and group direction for those seeking to deepen their commitment to spiritual renewal and recovery. Guests explore the basic spiritual principles that give meaning to life and provide the framework for continued development. The Retreat is also available to individuals, Twelve Step groups and others seeking a safe and hospitable place in which to conduct their own retreats.

participation will include
* Group Presentations and Discussions
* Educational sessions on the spiritual principles emodied in the Twelve Steps and on related topics.

* Meditation Practice
* Individual meetings with program staff
* AA and Al-Anon meetings
* Personal Reflection
* Meals prepared by our award winning chef

Center for Spiritual Development amenities

* Fitness Center
* Meditation Room
* Room for 18 guests
* Lounge area with fireplace and library
* Access to the Wayzata Big Woods and nature trails



schedule & costs
The program operates Friday through Sunday twice a month; check in from 4 to 6 pm Friday and check out at noon on Sunday.

The cost is $150-200, including program, room and board.

2011 Schedule
On-Line Registration Form

For other specific information please contact us at 866-928-3434 or email us at info@theretreat.org .

what to bring
* Personal toiletries
* Laptop computer (wireless service is available)
* Casual clothes & comfortable walking shoes
(Laundry facilities are available)

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Ratner Fellowship

Twelve Step Retreats

Spiritual & physical recovery in the Santa Cruz Mountains

Anyone in twelve step recovery is welcome to come experience fellowship in recovery, perhaps a spiritual experience among the trees. "Leave your troubles at the bottom of the hill" and enjoy the 67 mountain acres of Presentation Retreat & Conference Center with hiking trails, streams, a pond surrounded by benches for meditation and quiet reflection. Experienced retreat leaders will guide us through the principles and steps of program in 5 one-hour talks. There are scheduled meetings for AA, Al-Anon, and sharing meetings, with additional rooms available for NA, Nar-Anon and other 12 step meetings. This is a unique opportunity to experience unity in recovery.

The retreat begins on Friday at 6pm with dinner. Delicious meals are prepared and served in Presentation Retreat Center's certified "green" building You are welcome to arrive anytime after 3pm to check in and enjoy the grounds (take photo tour here). The accommodations are in a historic adobe building (originally the "Montezuma School For Boys" circa 1910). Most rooms are semi-private and bathrooms are dormitory style. There are a few single rooms available (see registration page for more information) There are cottages available during large retreats. This is a good reason to register early and spread the word to attract new attendees. Maximum capacity is 120 people.

Recreational opportunities include:

• Hiking trails throughout our 67 acres. (We recommend you never hike alone.)
• Hiking passes to Mid-Peninsula Open Space Preserve especially for Presentation Center Guests. (Again, never hike alone.)
• Swimming pool open from May 1 through October 1.
• Basketball.
• Ping Pong and Foosball in the Pueblo Building
  

Other activities available:

• Walk the Labyrinth
• Explore the Eco Center-do research on your favorite ecological project
• Utilize libraries with vast assortment of books available for loan while at Presentation Center.
• Meditation as a group or individually at Redwood Amphitheatre or on duck pond.
• Enjoy complimentary coffee (caf/decaf), tea, hot chocolate available 24 hrs

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The Yoga Of Recovery

Yoga of Recovery (YOR) is a retreat integrating the wisdom of Yoga and Ayurveda with the tools of 12-Step Recovery.  It is open to all who are looking to overcome self-destructive or addictive tendencies. 

For those familiar with any 12-Step Program, the most remarkable aspect of these is the fact that only the first of the twelve steps makes any mention of the addictive substance or act.  Sobriety/abstinence is described as a “daily reprieve contingent on the maintenance of our spiritual condition”.  Our opportunity for genuine spiritual fulfillment is strengthened when we weave together the ancient wisdom of Yoga and Ayurveda with the practical tools of recovery programs.  Together they offer us a truly empowering personal program of recovery.   12-Step Programs also recommend an “occasional retreat from the outside world where we can quiet down for an undisturbed day or so of self-overhaul and meditation”.  Yoga of Recovery offers retreats in beautiful, peaceful locations where you can relax, recover, and rejuvenate.

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